1952 Allard Safari vs. 2008 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.

Because 1952 Allard Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Allard Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Allard Safari 2008 Honda Accord
Make Allard Honda
Model Safari Accord
Year Released 1952 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3621 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 85 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4300 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1476 kg 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 81 L 70 L